0212 — Christmas Red Dark
Reds family#C32621
Madeira 0212 — Christmas Red Dark — has hex #C32621 and RGB 195, 38, 33. This medium, vivid red thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and J&P Coates matches below, with 8 similar Madeira shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Madeira 0212
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0212
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Madeira Colors to 0212
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0212
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Madeira 0212 (Christmas Red Dark) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0212
Madeira threads that pair well with 0212, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Madeira0212 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Madeira 0212
A medium, vivid entry in the reds family, Madeira 0212 carries the name Christmas Red Dark with true red tones. Its tone is confident and warm, making it a popular choice for barn scenes and tomato patterns. It pairs nicely in designs that call for roses or hearts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Madeira 0212?
Madeira 0212 is called Christmas Red Dark. It's a medium red shade (hex #C32621, RGB 195, 38, 33) in the reds family, commonly used for valentines, poppies, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Madeira 0212?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0212 (Christmas Red Dark) is DMC 900 (Burnt Orange dark) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 666 (Christmas Red bright, 84%) and DMC 349 (Coral dark, 80%).
What's a good substitute for Madeira 0212?
The closest Madeira threads to 0212 are 0211 Christmas Red Bright (ΔE 3.64), 0210 Christmas Red Light (ΔE 3.79), and 0510 Christmas Red (ΔE 4.1). These are useful substitutes when 0212 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Madeira 0212?
Cross-stitchers pull Madeira 0212 (Christmas Red Dark) for charts featuring valentines, poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs. The medium tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0212 (Christmas Red Dark)?
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 0212 has a contrast ratio of about 5.8:1 on white fabric and 3.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.